ORAC Antioxidant Chart The Top 5 Superfoods
Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity otherwise known as ORAC was developed to measure and test the antioxidant levels in food. Oxidation can be harmful to the body and antioxidants are protection from toxic free radicals. ORAC scores foods on what would be best to help fight these toxins. These free radicals are the main causes of aging, and can even cause cancer from mutated cells. Only about 20% of people get the recommended amount of antioxidants sadly.
This means you should be looking for high ORAC value foods that you can easily add to your diet. The exact ranking vary depending on which website you visit, but the top 5 scoring foods on the ORAC scale are:
1. Acai
2. Pomegranite
3. Mangosteen
4. Mangosteen
5. Wild Blueberries
Luckily you should be able to get your days supply of antioxidants by eating any of these fruits. My suggestion would to try them all and decide which you enjoy the most. You could even mix some, or all, of them together in a smoothie for the ultimate antioxidant boost.
My personal favorite way to get my daily fix is through Acai berry juice. On top of being at the top of the ORAC list it is also packed with Omega fatty acids and essential amino acids. Acai has been shown to reduce cholesterol, increase memory, and improve your mood. It also is a great source for a natural energy boost. I used to drink a lot of coffee, but since I started drinking Acai juice I haven’t had to drink it to stay active. The boost that I get from Acai is longer lasting and much more enjoyable.
The best reason to go with Acai is because of the great taste. A lot of people describe the taste as a flavor of chocolate berries. It has an amazing taste and you can enjoy it without realizing it is very good for you. The best way to start the day off is with a great tasting glass of Acai berry juice.